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Find the College that is right for you!

This directory includes information on 295
college programs for students with intellectual disability. You can search by program name,
location, and other keywords. "Advanced Filters" offer more options to narrow your search.

Review these Frequently Asked Questions
for answers to some general questions on college programs, how we gather the information
in the directory, and how to use the features of College Search.

The information included here was submitted to Think College by the
college programs. Being listed here does not indicate or imply a
Think College endorsement. There also may be programs available that
have not reported to us. All programs listed here must be affiliated
with an accredited college or university and serve students with
intellectual disabilities. To let us know about a new program, or to
make changes to a current program listing,
please email thinkcollege@umb.edu.

Alabama A & M University's BullDog LIFE program is offered to students with intellectual disabilty that have completed traditional secondary education from an Alabama high school. BullDog LIFE is a four semester program that offers advocacy, employability and independence to prepare their students for post program employment... Read more

The CrossingPoints Certificate in Occupational Studies (CCOS) is a non-degree certificate program for young adults with intellectual disabilities who are interested in pursuing postsecondary education at The University of Alabama. CCOS seeks to provide students with intellectual disabilities with high quality and inclusive college experience. Upon successful completion of the CCOS program, you will earn a Certificate in Occupational Studies,... Read more

Crossing Points Certificate in Occupational Studies - Program Details

Location:

Tuscaloosa,
AL 35487

Requirements for admission to this program::

Other diploma (e.g., IEP diploma, certificate of attendance)

18-26

Possess functional receptive and expressive communication skills;
Have a documented history of meeting behavioral and attendance expectations of past employment, training, and/or educational programs;
Have and maintain health insurance at all times while participating in the program;
Have the ability to attend to personal, hygiene, and/or medical needs independently, including medication administration, and other routine medical processes and self-care routines.
Have the ability or potential to adhere to UA’s social decorum as expressed in the UA Capstone Creed;
Meet eligibility guidelines for State agencies (such as Vocational Rehabilitation, Medicaid, Adult DD agencies, etc.);
Have a demonstrated ability to manage free time independently;
Have a demonstrated ability to self-monitor and self-manage behaviors;
Have a demonstrated desire to participate in and complete the program; and
Have the ability to participate in a personal interview.

Admission deadline:

January 10, 2020

Students in this program:

Have graduated or exited from high school

Is this program able to provide federal financial aid as a Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP)?:

CrossingPoints Summer Bridge Program is a postsecondary pipeline program for college-age students with intellectual disabilities ages 18+ years from anywhere in the State of Alabama and beyond. The overarching purpose of the CrossingPoints Summer Bridge Program is to provide college-age students with intellectual disabilities a structured opportunity to experience, explore, and develop skills for pursuing postsecondary education at an... Read more

CrossingPoints Tier 1 is a collaboration between The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa City Schools, and Tuscaloosa County School System. Tier 1 serves students with significant disabilities ages 18-21 years who are still receiving IDEA services. Tier 1 follows the Tuscaloosa City Schools and Tuscaloosa County school systems' Academic year calendar. Students follow the transition curriculum entitled “Life Center Career Education” involving... Read more

EAGLES (Education to Accomplish Growth in Life Experiences for Success) is a two or four-year comprehensive transition program for students with intellectual disabilities. The EAGLES program includes Auburn University credit-bearing courses, as well as program-specific courses focused on improving students’ independent living and employment outcomes. Students participating in EAGLES are integrated into university life and academic courses. The... Read more

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EAGLES Program
215 South Donahue Drive
The Dawson Building Auburn University,
AL 36849

Students who participate in On to JSU experience an individualized, person-centered program based on their individual interests and specific needs. Each student will participate in courses with traditional university students in order to build both social and academic skills. Students will work towards a certification in either Business Basics or Food Service through coursework and internship opportunities beginning as early as their second... Read more

PASSAGE USA offers a two-year college certificate program for young adults, age 18 to 25, with intellectual disabilities at the University of South Alabama. The two-year certificate program leads to the PASSAGE USA Certificate, a credential that is recognized by local employers. Person-centered planning is used to develop an Adult Education Plan (AEP), which contains academic, social, self-advocacy, self-determination, independent living,... Read more

The Horizons School offers a postsecondary, non-degree program specifically designed to facilitate personal, social and career independence for young adults (ages 18-26) with learning differences. Students also have the option of dual enrollment with Jefferson State Community College, a SACS-accredited institution to earn associate degrees or industry certificates. Read more

The purpose of the Transition and Postsecondary Education/Employment: Students, Technology, Relationships and YOU Postsecondary Transition Program (TAPESTRY) is to provide students ages 18 to 26 with a disability a postsecondary college experience to develop self-advocacy skills, social skills, and engages in career exploration that leads to employment in a career field or enrollment in a postsecondary educationsl program. Students earn a UAA... Read more

Chapel Haven West is a satellite of Chapel Haven Schleifer Center, Inc. in CT, utilizing the research based curriculum designed for adults with Asperger Syndrome and related social disabilities. Chapel Haven was founded in 1972 by parents and is dedicated to providing lifelong supports for adults with cognitive and social disabilities. Chapel Haven West opened in 2008 in Tucson, AZ and provides transition instruction and lifelong supports for... Read more

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